Composer

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Johann Sebastian Bach

Genre

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Keyboard

Style

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Fugue

Compose Date

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1739 - 1742

Publication Date

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1893

Average_duration

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1:16

'Herr Christ, der einig Gottes Sohn, BWV 698' is a chorale prelude composed by Johann Sebastian Bach. It is believed to have been composed in the early 1700s, during Bach's time as the court organist in Weimar. The piece was likely composed for use in church services, as it is a setting of a Lutheran hymn. The piece is in four movements, each of which is based on a different verse of the hymn. The first movement is a simple setting of the hymn melody, with the melody played in the right hand and a simple accompaniment in the left hand. The second movement is a more elaborate setting of the melody, with the melody played in the pedals and a more complex accompaniment in the hands. The third movement is a fugue based on the hymn melody, with the melody played in the pedals and the fugue subject introduced in the hands. The final movement is a simple setting of the hymn melody, with the melody played in the pedals and a simple accompaniment in the hands. The piece is characteristic of Bach's style, with its intricate counterpoint and use of fugue. The piece also demonstrates Bach's skill as an organist, with its use of the pedals and complex accompaniment. The piece is a testament to Bach's ability to take a simple hymn melody and turn it into a complex and beautiful piece of music. The piece has been performed and recorded by many organists over the years and remains a popular piece in the organ repertoire.

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